Monday, August 22, 2011

packing it up

Packing it all up to take one son off to college for his freshman year. Seriously folks, I do not remember taking so much stuff. Today, there are cell phones, lap tops, mini fridges, and all the creature comforts to keep one in the loop. Nope, I was not born in the dark ages, but it will be a busy two weeks before I see the light. Did I mention, we are still kitchenless and the renovation is progressing. Excuse my absence but I shall be back in September.

Patricia - it's crazy what they take to college - I most definitely didn't have so much!! My eldest just called me from law school where he is setting up his apartment - his questions were hysterical!! I know you would have appreciated. Hang in there!!

Patricia, there is a lot on your plate so remember to breath and exhale slowly. There is a wonderful treasure at the end. Your home will be finished and (more) beautiful with all the updates AND a wonderful studio.Your son's off to start their new journeys is a bittersweet moment, but this is the time for them to show what they have learned from to awesome parents. Embrace the tears. If I lived close by I would be scheduling a lunch date for some girlfriend time. So, will a cyber hug do instead?! XOXO...

Love the photo... My son could be going to college but did a 5th year at a boarding school in NH... same age anyway... how are you coping? My daughter cried when she went to college... which ripped my heart apart.... My son on the other hand will be ready to go, and I will be ready for him to go too. I love him dearly, but this crazy schedule I can't deal with for more than 3 months. Time's up!Good luck with the drop off... no emotional hugs!Jan

You leave the best comments ever! Seriously, Patricia, your comments, every single one, have a twist or some well thought out bit... I always love reading your comments on other blogs - you are a talent in every sense of the word! An artist to your core.Thanks for all your comments since I started this whole blogging thing.. I have been feeling guilty about not having as much time to visit/comment, but lord knows this winter, when it's grey and zero, I'll catch up on any and all I've missed! Blogging shouldn't be a chore or a source for guilt... we all understand when there are other things going on in our lives that need attention! Best of luck to you during the final (they are final, right) stages of your home project.. you are worth waiting for! I'll be a loyal follower forever!Jan